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    • Oahu Weather Forecast for May 21, 2026

    Oahu Weather Forecast for May 21, 2026

    Trade winds will steadily strengthen today and a wind advisory remains in effect for areas of Maui County and Big Island through tonight. Passing showers will...

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    Oahu Surf Forecast for May 21, 2026
    Oahu Surf Forecast for May 21, 2026

    Small, short to medium period north-northwest swell energy will decline today. The next small north-northwest swell will move into the Hawaii region on...

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    Oahu News:

    David Lazar selected as Honolulu's next police chief, ending nearly a year-long search for new leadership in the city's police department. Meanwhile, the Oahu homeless count shows slight uptick, but some improvements, highlighting ongoing challenges and progress in addressing homelessness. In sports, the UH baseball season comes to an end with a loss to CS Fullerton, closing their campaign with a tough defeat. Environmental concerns emerged as 'Forever chemicals' were detected in Haleakala water samples, though officials assure the concentrations do not pose a public health risk. Community spirit is alive with the 75th annual Sew-A-Lei tradition returning for Memorial Day, uniting Oʻahu residents in honoring Hawaiʻi’s fallen service members. Lastly, preparations for infrastructure changes are underway as raised crosswalks in Kailua will be removed, prompting lane closures next week.

    David Lazar selected as Honolulu's next police chief

    David Lazar selected as Honolulu's next police chief

    May 21, 2026 KHON2
    HPD Commission selects David Lazar as next Honolulu Police chief
    May 20, 2026 Spectrum
    'We want modernization': Police commission explains decision to hire David Lazar as HPD chief
    May 21, 2026 KHON2
    Honolulu Police Commission selects 3 finalists for HPD chief
    May 7, 2026 Spectrum
    'Anti-ICE San Franciscan Lazar to be Next Honolulu Chief'
    May 21, 2026 Hawaii Free Press
    "Police commission taps retired deputy chief from San Francisco to lead HPD"
    May 21, 2026 Star Advertiser

    Oahu homeless count shows slight uptick, but some improvements

    May 21, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Homelessness On Oʻahu: ʻPretty Big Changeʼ In Sheltered Count
    May 21, 2026 Honolulu Civil Beat
    Homeless children on Oahu see dramatic increase, report says
    May 21, 2026 KHON2
    Column: Homeless solution starts with compassion, accountability
    May 21, 2026 Star Advertiser

    UH baseball season comes to an end with loss to CS Fullerton

    May 21, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Hawaii baseball season over with loss to Cal State Fullerton in Big West tournament
    May 20, 2026 Spectrum
    Hawaii falls short of Big West tournament with loss to Cal State Fullerton
    May 21, 2026 Star Advertiser

    'Forever chemicals' detected in Haleakala water samples

    May 11, 2026 Spectrum
    EPA awards state $9.5M to address forever chemicals
    May 19, 2026 Spectrum
    EPA rejects state's plan to shut fuel-oil units at power plants
    May 18, 2026 Spectrum
    '75th annual Sew-A-Lei tradition returns for Memorial Day'

    '75th annual Sew-A-Lei tradition returns for Memorial Day'

    Jan 1, 1970 'KHON2'
    'Sew-A-Lei For Memorial Day'
    Jan 1, 1970 'Spectrum'
    'Public invited to observe the 75th Mayor's Memorial Day Ceremony'
    Jan 1, 1970 'Spectrum'

    'Raised crosswalks in Kailua to be removed, prompting lane closures'

    Jan 1, 1970 'Star Advertiser'
    'Closures on Kailua Road for removal of raised crosswalks at Ulu’oa and mid-block, past Ulumanu'
    Jan 1, 1970 'Hawaii.gov'

    Maui News Chevron Forward

    Schatz joins in introducing legislation to help with Hawaiʻi’s doctor shortage

    The need for general surgeons is especially high in rural and other under-served communities. In Hawai‘i, there is a 14% shortage in surgeons for the state overall. And on Hawai‘i Island, they have a 40% shortage, forcing many to travel off island to receive the care that they need.

    Community meeting focused on Lahaina coastal and resilience, May 27

    A Lahaina Community Sharing Session focused on coastal ecosystem recovery following the August 2023 Lahaina wildfires is set for Wednesday May 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Lahaina Civic Center.

    Maui Weather Forecast for May 21, 2026

    Trade winds will steadily strengthen today and a wind advisory remains in effect for areas of Maui County and Big Island through tonight. Passing showers will...

    Maui Council panel OKs $240K in additional legal fees for wildfire litigation

    The Maui County Council's Government Relations, Ethics and Transparency Committee voted unanimously Tuesday to authorize an additional $240,000 in legal fees for Los Angeles-based special counsel Meyers Nave, bringing the firm's total authorized compensation to $740,000 for work tied to litigation arising from the August 2023 Lahaina wildfires.

    Maui Surf Forecast for May 21, 2026

    Small, short- to medium-period north-northwest swell energy will decline through Thursday. The next small north-northwest swell will move into the Hawaii...

    Kaua‘i News Chevron Forward

    Diplomats experience Mauna Kea on Big Island through science, culture

    The visit, coordinated through the U.S. Department of Defense’s annual Defense Attaché Orientation Program, gave the 50-some diplomats a chance to learn how University of Hawaiʻi researchers and international partners help drive some of the world's most important astronomical discoveries.

    Annual rainbow trout season opens in late June at Kōkeʻe

    There will be no lottery this year; anglers can fish from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily from June 20 through Sept. 30 in the public fishing area; you must have a valid Hawai‘i freshwater game-fishing license, which can be purchased now online.

    Schatz co-introduces bipartisan legislation to help bring more doctors, surgeons to Hawai‘i

    The need for general surgeons is especially high in rural and other underserved communities; there is a 14% shortage of surgeons in Hawai‘i overall, with Hawai‘i Island alone at a 40% shortage, forcing many residents to travel off-island to receive care they need.

    Draft Statewide Long-Range Land Transportation Plan now available online

    Public comment sought on draft state plan and Kauaʻi regional plan; plans provide comprehensive framework to guide transportation investment, policy and decision-making.

    Kauai Weather Forecast for May 21, 2026

    Trade winds will steadily strengthen through Thursday and a wind advisory has been issued for areas of Maui County and Big Island through Thursday night...

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    ‘Glimpse the deeper currents that shape a life’: Beloved Kona professor shares lifetime of adventures in new book

    After decades of sharing them with students, friends and the community, Richard Stevens finally puts his stories of adventure, hardship, discovery, resilience and people and places that shaped his life into 'Storyland,' available now on Amazon.

    Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 22-28: Graduation Celebration Concert, Lord of the Juggling Rings, Tropicaliente 4, free climbing day and more

    This weekend marks the unofficial beginning of summer, with Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, and the Big Island, especially Puna, has plenty to do for revelers looking to celebrate during the long holiday break.

    National Geographic includes Kauaʻi among its 15 best places in the world for food right now

    It's not just any Hawaiian food that got the Garden Isle — along with Oʻahu and Maui — on this list, it was saimin, and Hamura Saimin in Līhuʻe is a perfect place to get your hands on a bowl of the piping hot, slightly salty noodle soup.

    Hawaiʻi Youth Poet Laureate program returns to the Hilo Palace Theater

    Punahou School student Safa Ahmed as the 2026 Hawaiʻi Youth Poet Laureate, which is a program to connect young voices and writers from across all islands.

    Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 21, 2026

    Trade winds will steadily strengthen through Thursday and a wind advisory has been issued for areas of Maui County and Big Island through Thursday night...

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